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Do you have poor posture?
There are many factors that can contribute to having poor posture. It is important to have correct posture as the consequences can severely affect your quality of life. These consequences can include;
Back and Neck Pain
Poor posture can put strain on your neck and back. This can cause discomfort for many desk-workers who tend to hunch over their keyboard
Headaches
80% of headaches derive from the neck, and poor posture can be a contributing factor. If you are suffering from headaches, ...

Gap Free Initial Physio Ph: 5438 9111
Did you know that over 70% of our patients see us for Neck, Shoulder or Back Pain. The unfortunate thing is that in most cases it is avoidable.
Just like your car your body also needs regular check-ups to avoid a break down. Unlike your car you can't trade your body in for a new when you feel like it.
Don't have a Neck, Shoulder or Back Problem.
That's ok. As long as you have Muscles or Joints we can help.
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What is TOS?
Thoracic outlet syndrome is a group of disorders that occur when the blood vessels or nerves in the space between the clavicle and the first rib (thoracic outlet) become compressed. This can cause pain in the shoulders and neck, and numbness in the fingers.
Symptoms
Symptoms vary depending on which nerve is compressed.
Neurological thoracic outlet syndrome is characterised by compression of the brachial plexus. The symptoms include:
Muscle wasting at the base of the thumb
Numbness or tingling in thearm or fingers
Pain or aching in the ...

Shoulder Impingement
Shoulder impingement is one of the most common conditions of the shoulder. It is a process by which poor posture or repetitive overload causes pinching or ‘impingement’ of structures between the two bones which make up the shoulder complex. It is often the supraspinatus tendon +/- the subacromial bursa that become impinged between the humerus and the scapular bones as pictured:
Signs and symptoms:
Catch of pain at shoulder level or above
Inability to do overhead activities without pain
Inability to reach the hand ...

Many women who are pregnant or have recently welcomed their new addition into the world are unsure about how to return to exercise. A lot of women have been told by friends or doctors that they should do their pelvic floor exercises but are unsure how to do these exercises.
The continence foundation of Australia has some great resources, check them out:
http://www.continence.org.au/
A women’s health physiotherapist may be able to help you with all your queries and concerns. Physiotherapists have a great understanding ...

Did you know Pilates began in the 1900’s and was readily adopted by Ballerinas because the original Pilates gym was located in the New York City Ballet studios. The strength patterns of Pilates movements are similar to those required in dancing and gymnastics. Pilates can improve dancer’s and gymnast’s strength, endurance and performance. But better than that, it can also prevent injury!!
Here at Physio Professionals we are able to tailor Pilates programs to dancers or gymnasts. We can help address ...

Common Running Injuries
The majority of running injuries tend to be due to overuse and generally involve the lower limb, so this overview will focus on the most common of these injuries. Running is certainly experiencing another "boom" currently, with the popularity of running increasing again so we might anticipate a relatice increase in related injuries. The most commonly occurring lower limb running injuries are
Knee injuries (patella tendinopathy, patellofemoral pain syndrome, ITB-related conditions)
Shin injuries (medial/lateral tibial stress syndrome - ie "shin splints") ...

Ever wondered what a stress fracture is? And what are “shin spints”? Or have you ever wondered how to tell the difference between a stress fracture and a simple muscle strain/tendinopathy? Read on to learn more….
What is a stress fracture?
A stress fracture is an incomplete crack in a bone that develops in response to repetitive stress or strain that exceed the maximum load the bone can withstand.
The stress can be impact from weight-bearing (eg. with running) putting load through a bone, ...

Movember
The best way to ensure Physical and mental health is to be active. “Research says that if you have prostate cancer, you can actually extend your life expectancy by up to 60% by exercising.
Ways to get moving, little moves can make a big difference when it comes to your body and mind’s health.
Get moving one day at a time (one for each day of the week as seen on APA facebook)
Going out for lunch? Cut the lunch short and finish the ...